Takaya Tours Wins Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association’s Naturally Tourism Business Award

Takaya Tours Wins Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association’s Naturally Tourism Business Award

News & UpdatesTakaya Tours Wins Vancouver's North Shore Tourism Association's Naturally Tourism Business Award

Takaya Tours Wins Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association’s Naturally Tourism Business Award

Takaya Tours, a Tsleil-Waututh owned and operated eco-tourist business, recently received Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association’s Naturally Tourism Business Award.

The Naturally North Shore Awards recognize and celebrate the outstanding work of the people and businesses that make the North Shore an incredible place to live, work and visit.

Takaya Tours won the Naturally Tourism Business Award for their outstanding work in encouraging locals and visitors alike to experience the beauty of Vancouver’s North Shore and Tsleil-Waututh traditional territory from the water. The business provides all guests a unique perspective on the culture, tradition, and history of the Tsleil-Waututh First Nation.

Photo by the Vancouver North Shore Tourism Association.

Speaking about the win, Seth George, Tsleil-Waututh Member and Cultural Guide, shared:

"We are honoured to be recognized by Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism. This award acknowledges our commitment to sharing the stories, history, and deep cultural connections of Tsleil-Waututh Nation. It is a reflection of our team’s dedication to bringing these teachings back to the land and water, offering visitors an authentic and meaningful experience."

Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism Association writes:

"True ambassadors to Vancouver’s North Shore, the staff at Takaya practice a ‘tread softly in nature’ philosophy, championing a sustainable business model and helping protect the delicate marine ecosystems they engage with. A well-deserved win for a small business that epitomizes what it means to 'Learn Like a Local'."

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